How to Grow and Care for Stinkweeds

Bladderpod (Cleomella arborea) is a perennial shrub that will grow from 61 to 213 cm tall. It is native to western North America. Fragrant yellow flowers bloom in spring and attract pollinators. Fruit is a balloon-shaped capsule containing 5 to 25 seeds each. Seeds and flowers are edible. Attracts butterflies, bees, hummingbirds and other wildlife.

Mojave cleomella (Cleomella obtusifolia) is a flowering plant native to and named for the Mojave Desert in the Southeast of the USA. The plant grows in an erect shape when young but as time passes it droops over and eventually forms a low-lying bush. The plant's yellow flowers bloom from late spring until fall.

Cleomella refracta typically thrives in sandy or saline soils, showcasing a resilience that is mirrored in its robust, shrubby form. This plant is distinguished by its small, yellow flowers, which present a refracted appearance, almost as if winking in the sun-drenched habitat it favors. Its gray-green leaves add to its hardy demeanor, offering a visual clue to its drought-resistant nature.